Whoa guys! Turns out you guys are all on a mission to find some shorts this summer right?
I put the question out on Facebook a little while back, “what is you’re biggest Summer Style Dilemma?” and the RESOUNDING answer was shorts that flatter!
Well, you asked, I’ve answered.
I’ve done the research, and ‘Ive put together a comprehensive list of shorts for all types!
Now before we get started, let’s go over a few home truths when it comes to shorts….
• NO short will miraculously give you Cindy Crawfords’s legs, so learn to love the ones you have (legs that is
• Your legs are FINE as they are ok? So no more bashing them – I don’t want to hear it
• Knees: We all have them. No ones knees are “pretty” but stop stressing so much about them, no one else is even looking at them.
• Fake tan is your new best friend – ALL legs look better brown (my fave is Little Honey but there are heaps on the market)
• Finding flattering shorts is ALL ABOUT PROPORTION. These are the two main points;
- A slightly wider fit will make your legs look slimmer (because there is more room around them in a looser-fitting short)
- A short that sits just above the knee is the most flattering length (if you want ones below the knee, you will have to add a heel or wedge if you don’t want to look frumpy – it’s all about how much leg is on show)
Ok. Are well all in agreement with the above?
Good. Now here are all of the shorts….
SHOP THE SHORTS
THE DENIM SHORT (l-r): Jeanswest”Lea” clean boyfriend shorts $49.99 | H&M denim shorts $39.95 | Kmart boyfriend white denim short $20.00 | Bohemian Traders dark blue denim shorts $154^
THE PRINTED SHORT (l-r): Birdsnest Belle Bird “belle” floral shorts $79.95 | Country Road tropical print short $159.00 | Kmart soft print shorts $10 | Witchery relaxed shorts $89.90
THE KNEE-LENGTH SHORT (l-r): Birdsnest Birdkeeper “everyday” shorts $79.95 | Next denim knee shorts from EziBuy $49.00 | Jeanswest “Marie” chambray longline shorts $69.99 | Max “Laila” linen belted short $79.99^
THE WIDE-LEG SHORT (l-r): Country Road leaf lace short $159.00 | Portmans relaxed luxe short $69.95 | Crossroads linen shorts $44.99 | Witchery shirred short $89.90
THE BUMP-FRIENDLY SHORT (l-r): Jeanswest “Aria” maternity boyfriend shorts $59.99 | “Lexia” maternity shirts from Rock Your Bump $74.99 | Kmart maternity relaxed shorts $17 | Just Jeans soft jogg short (non maternity but stretch waist for under bump) $59.99
There really are heaps of lovely pairs of shorts out there, its just a matter of knowing what you are looking for, and trying a few different shapes and sizes on.
Now ON the topic of size – play with your sizing. I’m a pretty standard 12, but often will wear a 14 in shorts because I want them to sit a little lower, and a little longer on me. Brands are also often cut quite straight through the hips and bum and I need a little more wiggle room – so TRY A SIZE UP if need be.
I hope that helps a little with your search for the perfect summer shorts. Which ones have caught your eye? I’d love to know. Tell me in the comments below
Until Next Time, In Love & Style Always,
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Have been meaning to come back and update – I found my perfect denim shorts in Max – https://www.maxshop.com/shop/shop-online/pants/shorts/reign-ripped-denim-short
The fit is great, they are actually loose around the thighs. Had to go up a size which was hard on the ego but it means I get that perfect slouchy denim look I was after 😀
Great post! Are you able to please recommend where to find wide leg denim shorts? I have some boyfriend style ones from Just Jeans very similar to first ones you’re shown but they are fitted around the thigh even though on model they aren’t – I’d love to find some mid thigh denim shorts that fit my waist but are loose on thick thighs!
Hey Alice, try the Portmans Luxe ones in the “Wide leg” section. Also i always go up a size in denim to get that extra bit of room. I know totally what you mean though, it’s hard to get that fit right in a denim.
Also these are worth a look: https://www.justjeans.com.au/shop/en/justjeans/women/womens-shorts/soft-jogg-shorts/soft-jogg-short-173373a-1 you still get the denim look, but a little more relaxed in fit
Or even these (but you’ll need to get them in store: https://www.jeanswest.com.au/en-nz/women/shorts/penny-luxe-lounge-short-wso-03638.htm/Mid%20Wash/WSO-03638-01)
Thanks I’ll check them out as need to go to mall this weekend. Ideally want I really want is a thick denim (like jeans) loose on thighs, with a bit of stretch and some distressing but I’m not convinced this exists 😉
Fantastic thankyou for this info really helpful and as usual Bohemian Traders are awesome love their clothing 😍